This course is an introduction to the basic principles and best practices for identifying and controlling workplace hazards. The primary emphasis is placed on using the "Hierarchy of Controls" to eliminate or mitigate hazards and exposure to hazards.

IACET Accreditation

OSHAcademy is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for courses that meet ANSI/IACET standards. IACET is globally recognized for promoting the quality of continuing education and training.

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As an OSHAcademy student, you have free access to all our training materials, including knowledge checks and course activities. Documentation of your training–such as exam scores, certificates, and transcripts–can be accessed by purchasing a certificate package.

Modules: 2
Hours: 1
Sectors: General Industry
IACET: 0.1 CEUs

Fee

FREE Access
$ PDF & Original Certificates
$ Original Certificate
$ PDF Certificate

Shipping & Handling not included for original certificate prices.

  • Key Topics

    • Hazard and Exposure Definitions
    • General Hazard Categories
    • OSHA-Recognized Hazard Categories
    • Hazard Types
    • Physical, Environmental, And Potential Exposure
    • Hierarchy of Hazard Controls
    • Control Strategies
    • Interim Measures
    • Corrective and Preventive Maintenance
  • Target Audience

    • Employee
    • Supervisor
    • Manager